Fire Alarm Project Lead – High-Tech BDA Systems

EMCOR Group, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Northstar Fire Protection is seeking a Fire Alarm Project Manager to oversee all aspects of fire alarm, air sampling equipment, BDA, and related systems on large-scale projects. You will coordinate with subcontractors and field teams to ensure on-time delivery.

Candidates should have 8–10 years of experience, NICET II preferred, design/layout and estimating experience, and the ability to work extended hours and weekends on complex construction sites. OSHA 30 is preferred.

Qualifications

• NICET II preferred.
• 8-10 years' minimum experience in large scale and hi-tech fire alarm projects preferred.
• Design and layout experience preferred.
• Estimating and job costing experience preferred.
• Experience with VESDA and BDA systems preferred.
• Experience in working with General Contractors.
• Experience in building teams and assessing technician ability.
• OSHA 30 required.
• Experience in high paced, large construction projects.
• Regular and reliable attendance, including the ability to work extended hours and weekends as required

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the work assigned including Fire Alarm, Air Sampling equipment, BDA, and auxiliary system connections as well as subcontractor management.
• Communicate project status with customers and internal teams.
• Develop and execute strategies to meet schedules and milestones.
• Assist with design, bill of materials, and scheduling.
• Collaborate with field Superintendents and other Project Managers for project needs and progress.
• Order materials and equipment for projects.
• Assist in estimating, change orders, and project durations as requested.
• Fulfill client documentation requirements.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Communication

Field coordination

Tools

Estimating software

AutoCAD

VESDA/BDA systems

Job description

Northstar Fire Protection is seeking a Fire Alarm Project Manager to oversee all aspects of fire alarm, air sampling equipment, BDA, and related systems on large-scale projects. You will coordinate with subcontractors and field teams to ensure on-time delivery.

Candidates should have 8–10 years of experience, NICET II preferred, design/layout and estimating experience, and the ability to work extended hours and weekends on complex construction sites. OSHA 30 is preferred.